Dietitian - McHenry, Part-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Summary
The Dietitian reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Job description
The Dietitian collaborates with members of the health care team to provide medical nutrition therapy. Identifies patients at high nutrition risk based on criteria outlined by the Hospital. Assesses nutrition needs and identifies nutrient requirements according to age and disease specific needs of patients.
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements a nutrition plan of care for all assigned patients.
- Fosters continuity of care across the continuum of care.
- Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention.
- Provides nutrition education to patients and family members on appropriate food selections and eating behaviors to accomplish patient goals.
- Manages the delivery of nutrition care services according to the site of care assigned. Participates in performance improvement.
- Mentors Diet Clerks and other support personnel.
- Actively assesses, evaluates, and maintains professional development and competency related to the competencies outlined in the position description.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or advanced degree from accredited institution with major in food and nutrition or dietetics
- Registered Dietitian as credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Licensed Dietitian within the State of Illinois
- Maintains dietetic registration, state-required credentials and/or licensure and continuing education requirements
- Good instructional and communication skills
- Experience in hospital clinical dietetics preferred
- Proficiency in Nutrition Focused Physical Exams preferred
- Previous active role with hospital or department Performance Improvement projects or committees preferred
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Loan Forgiveness
- 401(k) Matching
- Lifecycle Benefits
Company overview
Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system and the healthcare network of Northwestern University, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2009 through the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the system represents a strategic partnership to transform healthcare delivery. As an academic medical center, Northwestern Medicine encompasses comprehensive research, medical education, and patient care activities across its extensive network. The system operates 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations throughout the Chicagoland area, anchored by its flagship Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago. With over 33,000 employees and more than 4,400 aligned physicians, the organization provides advanced medical care across nearly every specialty. Northwestern Medicine is nationally recognized for its excellence in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health services. The system maintains strong affiliations with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and scientific discovery. Five of its hospitals are ranked among "America's Best" by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to superior quality, patient safety, and academic excellence in healthcare delivery.